Safe, Clean and Efficient Wood-burning Fireplace Discovered in Old World Technology
Tucson, AZ (PRWEB) July 16, 2013 -- The Masonry Heater Association of North America declares that masonry heaters have the ability to store a very large amount of heat, which means that you can rapidly burn wood and burn up the hydrocarbons. This makes the wood-burning process very efficient and green. Rapid combustion also eliminates soot and tar taking away that strong odor of wood smoke normally associated with fireplaces and wood stoves.
How Masonry Heaters Work: The heat is stored in the thermal mass of brick, stone, or stucco, then slowly radiates out for the next 12 to 16 hours. This produces a quiet, comfortable, radiant heat. Many arthritis and fibromyalgia patients prefer radiant heat, because it penetrates deeply. This is an added benefit of using a masonry heater.
Loading of wood is only required approximately once every 12 hours. The heater burns the wood quickly and all of the energy in the wood is used so there is virtually no waste. The heater burns very clean, and practically no emissions are produced, so masonry heaters are definitely environmentally friendly and "green." The Masonry Heater Association of North America is training masons and homeowners about the masonry heaters. Education classes are presented throughout the United States and Canada.
This type of heater, designed and used extensively in Europe, is now gaining popularity in the U.S. The heat is evenly distributed through the home without the use of ductwork, fans, or forced air. It is best to design the home around a masonry heater to get the maximum efficiency—homes that have large, open spaces and tall ceilings are well suited for this type of heating appliance.
Home builders should investigate masonry heaters as an alternative heating method in order to address concerns about environmental impact and green building. Masonry heaters are built with natural non-toxic components (firebrick, brick, stone, etc.). They can be used for primary heating or supplemental heating purposes.
Feature Options:
• Pizza/bread/bake oven on the kitchen side
• Heated bench to sit on
• Mantles
• Wood storage spaces
• Fireplace on one side
• Cook top
The Masonry Heater Association of North America is a non-profit organization dedicated to serving the interest of the masonry heating industry and its clients. Founded in 1987, MHA is an association of builders, manufactures and retailers of masonry heaters. A member directory is available on the MHA’s website that allows interested parties to research a builder close to them. In 1998, MHA established a certification program and since then has been instrumental in educating its members and the general public on the virtues of masonry heaters.
Should you decide that a masonry heater is indeed the best choice for your home and your family, you can look forward to many years of safe, elegant, and efficient wood-burning heat with a masonry heater. Contact the Masonry Heater Association of North America for more information about Masonry Heater—the intelligent choice.
Richard Smith - Executive Director, The Masonry Heater Association of North, http://www.mha-net.org, 520-883-0191, [email protected]
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